Living in Greeley, CO
Greeley is the 269th-largest city in the US, home to about 115,000 people in 2025. It has grown 5.8% since 2020. Prices across the metro area run close to the national average (100.2 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 115,073+5.8% since 2020
- Median home value
- $402,5005.8 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,388/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $69,881median, per year
- Price level
- 100.2US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 44° / 92°lows 18° / 59°
- Average commute
- 24 min9% work from home
- State income tax
- 4.4%top rate, flat
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County: Weld County
Time zone: Mountain Time (UTC-7, UTC-6 in summer)
Elevation: about 4,675 ft
Metro area: Greeley, CO
Cost of living in Greeley
The median home in Greeley is worth $402,500 and the median household earns $69,881 a year, so a typical home costs about 5.8 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,388 a month, about 24% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Greeley, CO metro area at 100.2, with housing at 112.6 and goods at 96.1 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $75,100 here. Colorado taxes wages at a top rate of 4.4% (a flat rate). The average combined state and local sales tax in Colorado is 7.89%.
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Greeley weather
Average highs run from 44°F in January to 92°F in July, and January nights average 18°F. It gets 15 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 35 inches of snow. Expect about 58 days a year at 90°F or hotter. Nights drop below freezing about 153 times a year. The most comfortable months are May to June and September.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit Greeley
People and work
The median resident is 32.5 years old, and 28% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 61% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 24 minutes; 9% of workers work from home.
- Median age
- 32.571st youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 28%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 61%of households
- People per sq mile
- 2,29550.1 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 0%3% walk, 0.4% bike
- Unemployment
- 5.6%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 15.1%of residents
- Typical home built
- 1985median year
Who moves to Greeley, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Colorado Springs (El Paso County), Phoenix (Maricopa County) and San Diego (San Diego County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to Colorado Springs (El Paso County), Phoenix (Maricopa County) and Mesa County, CO. See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
FEMA rating for Weld County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: tornado, winter weather, hail, strong wind.
Home prices
+0.5% in a year
Up 25% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Greeley, CO area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
45% good days
6 days unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Greeley, CO area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near Greeley
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- University of Northern Colorado in Greeley
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Airports near Greeley
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Denver International Airport DEN | 38 mi | 40,012,895 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near Greeley
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | 23 mi | 25,538 | $22,247 | 68% |
| University of Northern Colorado | in town | 5,598 | $18,711 | 49% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Frost dates and fall color in Greeley
Half the years, the last spring night at 32°F comes before May 2, so plant tender crops after that date or wait a week or two to be safer. Fall color depends on the trees, but the US Department of Agriculture says the brightest leaves come with warm, sunny days and cool nights, and that frost ruins vivid color. Here, cool 36°F nights usually start around September 30 and the first frost comes around October 8.
NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for Greeley Unc, CO, median (50%) dates. All frost dates for Greeley.
Wildfire smoke in Greeley
From 2021 through 2025, a smoke plume covered Greeley on about 89 days a year, including about 21 days of medium or heavy smoke. Smoke high overhead can turn sunsets red without reaching the ground, so check the air quality reading before you change plans.
NOAA Hazard Mapping System smoke analysis, daily satellite plumes over the city center, 2021 to 2025. Smoke days for every city.
Home internet in Greeley
Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020-2024, table B28002, 39,551 households. Compare every city.
Public schools in Greeley
Downtown Greeley is in this district. Neighborhoods farther out may belong to a different one, so check the address with the district before you buy or rent.
| District | Grades | Students | Schools | Students per teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley School District 6 | Pre-K to 12 | 22,917 | 34 | 18.5 |
Other districts within 10 miles: Windsor School District RE-4 (8,728 students), Johnstown-Milliken School District RE-5J (4,055 students), Weld County School District No. RE-2 (2,000 students), Weld County School District RE-1 (1,727 students), Platte Valley School District RE-7 (1,195 students).
National Center for Education Statistics, school district boundaries and characteristics, 2024-25 school year.
Greeley's twin cities
Cities at least 250 miles away with the closest match to Greeley's weather month by month and its costs (price level, home values and rent).
- Santa Fe, NM79% matchCompare
- Nampa, ID77% matchCompare
- Caldwell, ID75% matchCompare
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Stargazing near Greeley
The nearest certified International Dark Sky Places:
Designations by DarkSky International as recorded in Wikidata (CC0). All dark sky places.
Ski resorts near Greeley
- Eldora Mountain Resort 57 miles
- Ski Idlewild 66 miles
- Echo Mountain Park 66 miles
- Winter Park Resort 66 miles
Straight-line distance. All ski resorts.
Pros and cons of living in Greeley
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Cities near Greeley
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveland, CO | 20 mi | 81,387 | $479,000 | 101.1 | Compare |
| Fort Collins, CO | 23 mi | 171,500 | $577,900 | 101.1 | Compare |
| Longmont, CO | 27 mi | 100,109 | $572,800 | 105.2 | Compare |
| Broomfield, CO | 38 mi | 79,174 | $664,500 | 105.8 | Compare |
| Boulder, CO | 40 mi | 105,689 | $1,039,500 | 105.2 | Compare |
| Thornton, CO | 40 mi | 147,766 | $517,500 | 105.8 | Compare |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Greeley a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show a growing population. Compare Greeley side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of Greeley?
The Census Bureau estimates Greeley had 115,073 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 108,787 in April 2020 (+5.8%).
How much do you need to earn to live in Greeley?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $75,100 in the Greeley area. The median household here earns $69,881.
When is the best time to visit Greeley?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, May to June and September are the most comfortable months. July averages 92°F and January 44°F for daytime highs.
What county is Greeley in?
Greeley is in Weld County, Colorado. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is Greeley in?
Greeley is on Mountain Time (UTC-7, or UTC-6 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of Greeley?
About 4,675 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Colorado have a state income tax?
Yes. Colorado has a flat income tax with a top rate of 4.4% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Greeley. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Greeley, CO metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Greeley Unc, CO station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.